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Dean vs Pryson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Pryson Rank #24,729

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #24729 for Pryson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Pryson more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Pryson at #24729 in the United States.

What do Dean and Pryson mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Dean and Pryson boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Pryson is primarily a boy name.

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